We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. By continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.ContinueFind out more

1.1Law Examine (one's own witness) again, after cross-examination by the opposing counsel.

‘the judge asked Sir Humphrey if he wished to re-examine the witness’

‘They are there variously to lead, cross-examine and re-examine witnesses and to adjudicate on the evidence.’

‘You will recall that Mr Mott re-examined Mr Tegg in great detail.’

‘Witnesses are first examined-in-chief by the Prosecutor, then cross-examined by defence counsel, and subsequently re-examined by the Prosecutor.’

‘Dr Pearson might have to consider asking the Home Secretary to recall him or even consider re-examining him.’

‘In the light of the evidence I had then heard, I re-called Miss Cheslyn-Curtis and Dr Calder who were re-examined on the further evidence and who were both able to provide their further comments on this.’